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Sir Herbert Richmond wrote a book in 1920 about the role of the Navy during the War of Jenkins' Ear, a conflict between Britain and Spain from 1739 to 1748. The book focuses on the years 1744 to 1748 and includes appendices and illustrations. It is a valuable resource for those interested in naval and eighteenth-century history.
Sir Herbert Richmond (1871-1946) was a prominent naval officer and historian who wrote extensively on maritime history. Originally published in 1920, this book forms the third part of Richmond's three-volume series on the role of the Navy during the War of Jenkins' Ear, a prolonged conflict between Britain and Spain that lasted from 1739 to 1748. The text offers a detailed analysis of developments and engagements in the war from approximately 1744 to 1748. Appendices and a variety of illustrative material are also provided. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in naval history and eighteenth-century history in general.